Pictish Epona Pony Tattoo Design brother The three most recognizable symbols

The three most recognizable symbols of the Celtic faith are here united in one intricate and compelling tattoo design

This particular pattern was found on the shield of King Raedwald

The idea of using tattoos as dedications for people who have passed on is ancient

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Pictish Epona Pony Tattoo Design brother The three most recognizable symbolsThe ancient Scottish Inverurie stone carving of a prancing horse is the starting point for this unique pattern. Here the representation of Epona the Horse Goddess is silhouetted against a Celtic knot, making a fine symbol of equine power and grace. Later I added below it a wreath of a bed of thistles and a spiral. History lives on in a new form.